Thakur Lays Foundation for Ichamati River Bridge in Bengal

Constructive Automation

On most construction sites, the rhythm of progress is measured by the clang of steel, the hum of machinery and the sweat of thousands. But increasingly, new sounds are entering the mix: the quiet efficiency of algorithms, the hum of drones overhead, and the precision of robotic arms at work. Behind the concrete and cables, an invisible force is taking hold: data. It is turning blueprints into living simulations, managing fleets of machines, and helping engineers make decisions before a single brick is laid. This is not the construction of tomorrow; it is the architecture of today – built on ..

Google India’s New Campus

India continues to cement its position as a global digital powerhouse – and Google’s latest milestone reinforces this trajectory with the inauguration of Ananta, one of its largest offices worldwide. CW explores the design, sustainability and construction aspects of this landmark campus in Bengaluru.Significance of AnantaLocated in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, Ananta spans 1.6 million sq ft and is situated within Bagmane Tech Park. Named after the Sanskrit word for ‘infinite’, this state-of-the-art, 11-storey facility is Google’s fourth office in Bengaluru. It is designed to foster colla..

A Legacy Carved in Stone

A breakthrough in sustainable construction has taken shape in Bengaluru, where Govindaraju D, Chairman and Managing Director, Tavara Projects, has built India’s first cement-free stone house. In an exclusive interaction with CW, he walks us through his interlocking stone technique – one that eliminates the need for cement or mortar by relying on precision-cut granite blocks, engineered joins and a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship. The result? A robust, eco-conscious structure that could stand for generations.The power of graniteInspired by over 15 years of experience in the s..